Your brain starts making social decisions before you do
Research from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem indicates that social decisions begin in the brain several seconds before any physical movement. A distinct, brain-wide neural 'pre-decision state' precedes social behavior, with its strength correlating to an individual's social motivation.
Why it matters
This study offers new insights into the neurological underpinnings of social decision-making, potentially advancing our understanding of social interactions and informing research into conditions affecting social behavior.
Why do we decide to approach other people? According to new research from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, the answer may begin unfolding in the brain several seconds before any movement takes place.
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